New Product Introduction Buyer, Energy Products

• Deliver clear-to-build status, material coverage, run-out reports, and other analyses as needed to plan engineering builds
• Build and maintain operational partnerships with assigned suppliers.Act as the primary interface with suppliers on delivery status, issues, and resolution.Escalate to commercial or technical partners when required (procurement, accounts payable, quality, engineering, etc.)
• Drive commercial cost negotiations with suppliers to ensure Tesla receives the best possible pricing and leverage cost models and analysis of current market conditions
• Monitor current market conditions and technology roadmaps to proactively identify and address any supply challenges and to determine future business opportunities
• Document component cost and work with Finance to track BOM cost in different program phases What You'll Bring
• Experience in sourcing, manufacturing, finance, or supply chain management, with advanced proficiency in MS Excel required
• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP with a solid understanding of discrete manufacturing, bills of material, product lifecycle management, procure to pay processes, and supply chain operations
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to evaluate and analyze data to enable operational decision-making or present clear recommendations to leadership
• Passionate and high energy, with the diplomacy and cooperative style necessary to positively influence others, both inside and outside of Tesla. Ability to write, speak and present effectively and persuasively
• Ability to work independently on multiple tasks and projects in a dynamic, fast paced environment.Flexibility and adaptability are key

• At least 2 years' experience in sourcing, manufacturing, finance, or supply chain management
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP with a solid understanding of discrete manufacturing, bills of material, product lifecycle management, procure to pay processes and supply chain operations
• Demonstrated experience in the management of engineering builds for mass produced products required
• Basic understanding of the design and validation cycle
• Demonstrated experience creating, maintaining and communicating schedules
• Demonstrated understanding of multilevel Bill of Material hierarchy, including hardware and software components
• Demonstrated understanding of product release cycle as it relates to the creation and change management of parts and BOM structures
• Detail oriented with strong record-keeping and organizational skills
• Skills with common workplace software (word processor, spreadsheet, presentation software etc.) with the ability to create and maintain metrics
• Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, production, and supply chain personnel

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.